SPED 3130 - Characteristics of Learners with Disabilities (3 Credit Hours)

Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2
This course provides a review of the etiology, diagnosis, characteristics, and philosophical and educational implications of the full range of students with special needs who demonstrate a need for additional educational services in order to achieve full potential. Considerable emphasis will be placed on the delivery of educational services and social issues related to Mild Disabilities. Together with the listed co-requisites, this course is designed to meet the requirements of House Bill 671. Candidates seeking certification must earn a “B” or higher in this course.

Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education Program.
Corequisite(s): SPED 3131, SPED 3134.